Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco's royal wedding: A photo gallery

Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco's royal wedding: A photo gallery

hellomagazine.comPrince Albert of Monaco and Charlene Wittstock married in a spectacular royal wedding in 2011. Look back on the ceremony in our photo gallery of the best pictures from the big day.

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It was a royal wedding that made headlines around the world – perennial bachelor Prince Albert II of Monaco was to finally tie the knot at the age of 53 after finding his perfect match in South African Olympic swimmer Charlene Wittstock. The gorgeous three-day wedding celebrations – which went off without a hitch despite tabloid reports of the bride having cold feet – began with a June 30 concert by classic rockers the Eagles and ended with a lavish reception on July 2 attended by the guests, who ranged from the Monaco royal family to Prince Edward, with wife Sophie Wessex, and Naomi Campbell.
Charlene’s close friend and maid of honor Isabella Kristensen told HELLO! that for both the guests and the newlyweds the ambience of the wedding was incredible. She said, “It was absolutely beautiful. Albert’s speech was touching, Charlene’s father’s speech was amazing. Everyone found the whole event to be very romantic. Charlene moved to Monaco for love, and this was special.”
Scroll through for all the best highlights from the civil wedding and religous ceremony held at the Palace in Monaco.
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The couple was legally married in a civil ceremony on July 1, 2011 held inside the palace's Throne Room. The pair shared the moment with close family and friends – in addition to thousands of well-wishers via giant screens outside.
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Seen on the giant screen in the Palace courtyard, Princess Stephanie wiped away tears during Albert and Charlene's civil vows.
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The blushing bride! Charlene beamed on the balcony beside her husband Prince Albert after their legal wedding ceremony on July 1.
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Princess Caroline of Hanover was a vision in blue, topping off her vibrant look with a straw hat adorned with leaves and yellow flowers.
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Party time! The new Mr. and Mrs. celebrated after their civil ceremony onstage during a Jean Michel Jarre concert. The singer brought the newlyweds onto the stage, where Albert welcomed the crowd, saying, “I am very happy to share this moment with you." The Prince then handed the mic to his wife who said, "Thanks for your love and support, I’ll cherish this moment forever. Viva Monaco!’
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A day after their civil ceremony, Charlene and Albert were married in a Roman-Catholic ceremony on July 2 in the presence of global celebrities and various heads of state.
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The bride accessorized her stunning Armani gown with a diamond floral headpiece tucked into her elegant chignon.
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Charlene fixed her train before entering Sainte Devote church with Albert after their wedding ceremony.
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Tears of joy! The newly minted Monaco princes dabbed her eyes as she and Albert left the Sainte Devote church after their religious wedding ceremony held at the Prince's Palace.
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A kiss for his bride! Albert tenderly planted a smooch on Charlene as they left Sainte Devote church.
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Let them eat cake! The royals celebrated with a towering
redcurrant and vanilla cake that was made of 50 kilos of berries and 2,000 edible blossoms, including flowers from the Riviera and Proteas, South Africa’s national flower in honor of Charlene.
Photo: Eric Mathon - Palais Princier via Getty Images

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Princess Alexandra kept close to her older sister Charlotte Casiraghi during the Jean Michel Jarre concert at the Port of Monaco.
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Also in attendance for the celebrations were Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden and her husband Prince Daniel.
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Princess Mary of Denmark and Prince Philippe of Belgium attended the official dinner and firework celebrations at the Opera Terraces in color-coordinated fuchsia ensembles and accents, following the couple's religious ceremony.
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Prince Albert described his and wife Charlene's three days of wedding celebrations as a "wonderful journey" at a sparkling gala reception held at the Opera Garnier in Monte Carlo. The groom praised his bride telling her, “[Marrying you] was the best decision I ever took."
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Pierre, Charlotte and Prince Andrea Casiraghi made a dashing trio at their uncle and new aunt's dinner and firework celebration at the Opera Terraces.
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A fairytale ending! The couple, who live at the Princely Palace are now parents to twins: Prince Jacques, who is Prince Albert's heir, and Princess Gabriella. The twins were born just over three years after their parents' wedding, on December 10, 2014.
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